2011 ford mustang Model Overview

The 2011 model year is a big year for the Ford Mustang because the iconic pony car finally receives a comprehensive workover of its powertrains, which had been getting long in the tooth for some time and didn’t stand much of a chance against the more-powerful Camaro, which returned in 2010 after an eight-year absence.

Aside from the new engines and new transmissions, the Mustang is largely a carryover from 2010. This isn’t a bad thing, as for 2010, the Mustang received updated sheetmetal and a new interior. However, it remains on the same platform as the previous generation, which launched in 2005, and is still fitted with the much-derided live-axle rear suspension.

Ford’s engineers were able to overcome this drawback when it comes to handling, but inherent negatives like axle tramp can only be exorcised with a move to an independent rear suspension. With a fresh design inside and out, powerful new engines, and great handling to boot, the 2011 may just be the best Mustang ever.

For 2011, the Ford Mustang got its most comprehensive powertrain update in over a decade. A new DOHC V-6 and V-8 engines replaced the old SOHC mills and both 5-speed gearboxes were swapped out for 6-speed transmissions. GT500 models receive aluminum-block engines and an extra 10 horsepower along with several other weight-saving measures.

For 2011, V-6 Mustangs finally get dual exhaust tips. Mustang coupes can be had with a glass roof. Mustang V-6s come with 17-inch wheels, GTs with 18s, with 19s available on both and standard on GT500s.

The four-seat Mustang is short on rear-passenger legroom and convertibles have tiny 9.8 cubic-feet trunks (coupes offer 13.4 cubic-feet). An ear-popping 1,000-watt, 10-speaker stereo is available on GTs and GT500s.

The 3.7L V-6 with 305 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque packs almost as much punch as the 2010 model’s base V-8. The GT’s 5.0-liter V-8 is good for 412 horsepower and 390 pound-feet of torque, while the rubber-burning GT500’s blown 5.4-liter V-8 offers 550 horsepower and 510 pound-feet of torque. Suspension wizardry makes the 2011 model the best-handling Mustang ever, despite continued presence of the live-axle rear suspension.

Stripes Delete, Body Side - 46D

Console w/Covered Storage

Floor Mats, Front

Emission Equipment Exemption, California - 936

Available Only on Units Sold to Authorized Governmental Units & Privately Owned Ambulance Companies.

N/C

N/C

Emission Equipment Override, California - 423

N/A in ME, RI or VT for Non-CA Emission States ex When in Combo w/Emission Equipment Override-936.

N/C

N/C

Emission Equipment Override, Non-CA/Cross-Border Dealers - 93N

REQUIRES: [422] California/Cross-Border States Emission Equipment

N/C

N/C

Emission Equipment, 50-State - 425

Std

Std

Emission Equipment, California/Cross-Border States - 422

N/C

N/C

Mirrors, Dual Power

Std

Std

Anti-Theft System, Active

CONTAINED IN: [43S] Security Pkg

Pkg

Pkg

Defroster, Rear Window

Std

Std

Restraint System, Dual Front & Front Side Impact Air Bag

Std

Std

Tire Inflation Kit

Std

Std

Tire Pressure Monitor

Std

Std

Trunk Entrapment Release

Std

Std

W/S Wipers, Variable Intermittent

Std

Std

Seat, Split Folding Rear

Std

Std

Seats, Cloth Bucket - 1*

Last Character Refers to Interior Color.

Std

Std

Radio Equipment, Auxiliary Input

Std

Std

Radio, Premium AM/FM Stereo w/CD

Std

Std

Steering, Power

Std

Std

Stabilizer Bar, Larger Front

CONTAINED IN: [67B] Performance Pkg

Pkg

Pkg

Stabilizer Bars, F&R

Std

Std

Strut Tower Brace

CONTAINED IN: [67B] Performance Pkg

Pkg

Pkg

SVT Rear Stabilizer Bar

CONTAINED IN: [67B] Performance Pkg

Pkg

Pkg

Unique Front Springs

CONTAINED IN: [67B] Performance Pkg

Pkg

Pkg

Tire, Limited Use Spare

Std

Std

Tires, P215/65R17 BSW

REQUIRES: [443] 6 Speed Automatic w/Overdrive Transmission

CONTAINED IN: [443] 6 Speed Automatic w/Overdrive Transmission

N/C

N/C

Tires, P225/60R17

Std

Std

Tires, P255/40R19 Summer

REQUIRES: [67B] Performance Pkg

CONTAINED IN: [67B] Performance Pkg

N/C

N/C

Towing Cap, 1000-lb Max

When Properly Equipped.

Std

Std

Wheels, Silver Painted Aluminum

Std

Std

Wheel Locking Kit

CONTAINED IN: [43S] Security Pkg

Pkg

Pkg

Wheels, Black Painted Machined Aluminum

CONTAINED IN: [67B] Performance Pkg

Pkg

Pkg

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Warranty

Warranty

Full Warranty Miles

36000

Maintenance Warranty Months

none

Full Warranty Months

36

Roadside Assistance Miles

60000

Powertrain Warranty Miles

60000

Roadside Assistance Months

60

Powertrain Warranty Months

60

Corrosion Warranty Miles

unlimited

Maintenance Warranty Miles

none

Corrosion Warranty Months

60

Recalls

Recalls

Recall ID#15V319000 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE

Consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Recall Date

2015-05-28

Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2014 Mustang vehicles manufactured April 6, 2004, to June 21, 2014, and 2005-2006 GT vehicles manufactured February 20, 2004, to September 22, 2006. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver side air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2016. Even if interim repairs were performed under safety recall 14V-802, owners must bring their vehicles in for the final remedy. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S21. Note: This recall supersedes safety recall 14V-802.

Units Affected

1018622

Recall ID#16V384000 - AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL

Consequence

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Recall Date

2016-05-31

Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Ford Ranger vehicles, 2006-2011 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles, 2007-2010 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX vehicles, 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles, and 2005-2011 Ford Mustang vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Ford is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Ford Ranger, Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles, 2006-2008 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles, 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles and 2005-2008 Ford Mustang vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Any vehicle not included in "Zone A", or "Zone B" is not included in the safety recall. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Ford mailed interim letters informing owners that parts are not yet available on July 15, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S26.

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